Learning about an inspirational leader can be a transformative experience for anyone, young or old. Discovering the background, struggles, perseverance, and good works of a leader, whether from the world of sports, politics, spirituality, human right...Lasīt vairāk
Examines the life and accomplishments of leaders who are changing the world, including Bill and Melinda Gates, Aung San Suu Kyi, and Pope Francis. There are many people who can make a difference in the life of a teen, from parents and other f...Lasīt vairāk
Presents the life and achievements of Pope Francis, covering his life in Argentina, his spiritual development and philosophies, and the challenges he faces as pope. As leader of the Roman Catholic Church, the pope is the most visible spiritua...Lasīt vairāk
Few political figures are as polarizing as Bill and Hillary Clinton. This power couple has generated fiercely mixed reactions since their first appearance on the political stage. A new Clinton era may be dawning, as Hillary again tests the waters for...Lasīt vairāk
Aung San Suu Kyi was born to lead. Following in the footsteps of her dissident father, Aung San, she has resisted the machinations of a corrupt government for years and paid dearly for it. In a largely biographical format, this book details Aungs ri...Lasīt vairāk
Looks at the life and political activism of the woman credited with bringing democracy to Myanmar. Aung San Suu Kyi was born to lead. Following in the footsteps of her dissident father, Aung San, she has resisted the machinations of a corrupt...Lasīt vairāk
Rising out of poverty to become the third female and first Hispanic associate justice of the United States Supreme Court, Sonia Sotomayor truly embodies the American dream. Her journey from a housing project to the Ivy League and then through all thr...Lasīt vairāk
From his humble beginnings to his worldwide fame, the still-humble Dalai Lama, originally from Tibet, is an inspiration to many, Buddhist and non-Buddhist alike. Full of fascinating facts, this engaging book chronicles the life, achievements, awards,...Lasīt vairāk
Looks at the lives, careers, and philanthropic exploits of the billionaire couple who made their fortune in the computer industry with Microsoft....Lasīt vairāk
Details the life of the Tibetan leader, from his youth in Taktser to his exile and humanitarian work around the world. From his humble beginnings to his worldwide fame, the still-humble Dalai Lama, originally from Tibet, is an inspiration to...Lasīt vairāk
The names Bill and Melinda Gates are often in the headlines, whether its for the newest Microsoft innovation or, more recently, for their inspiring philanthropic donations and endeavors. This book offers young readers a lively, accessible overview o...Lasīt vairāk
As leader of the Roman Catholic Church, the pope is the most visible spiritual leader in the world. The first non-European leader of the church in more than 1,2 years, Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio of Argentina was elected pope in 213. Taking the name Fra...Lasīt vairāk
